Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 29, 2015

IC 1871: Inside the Soul Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 29, 2015 is “IC 1871: Inside the Soul Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Sara Wager). The original explanation runs about 122 words.

From the explanation

“This cosmic close-up looks deep inside the Soul Nebula. The dark and brooding dust clouds outlined by bright ridges of glowing gas are cataloged as IC 1871.”

— APOD editors, October 29, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 29, 2015
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Sara Wager
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 122 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 29, 2015 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2015-october-29-ic-1871-inside-the-soul-nebula

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